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Local Gifts for Your Girls

Dec 14, 2024 | scoop team

One for You. One for Me. Gift a Custom Fragrance Workshop from Local Scent Boutique NOTE & ACCORD The Pearl Pagoda Mint Museum Stores Bedside Manor ABODE Paul Simon Women KK Bloom KK brings us The Patch Bar this year, where you can customize gifts for all of your best girls by adding your choice of cute […]


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Potters Market for WNC, Paint & Sip, Swap Meet, Brunch Bazaar, Merry Midtown, Frost Fest, the Melange and More Things to Do This Weekend (12/12)

Dec 11, 2024 | Veronica LeMaster

We’re another week closer to Christmas, tik tok on the clock. This weekend, finish your Christmas shopping with deals at local shops, scope out the best holiday lights, watch Home Alone at The Amp, see The Nutcracker at SouthPark Mall, shop at a holiday market in Midtown, and much more. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, […]


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Where to See the Christmas Lights In and Around Charlotte This Year

Dec 6, 2024 | scoop team

One of our favorite holiday activities is scoping out Charlotte’s biggest and best Christmas holiday lights. Yes, Charlotte is filled with holiday festivals that have incredible displays, but we also love the local homes and neighborhoods that go all out. So gather the family, warm up some hot cocoa, and hop in the car because […]


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Sip & Stroll, Shop & Stroll, Tree Lighting, Lots of Christmas Markets, Nutcracker, Jingle in Jammies, Naughty or Nice Crawl, and More Things to Do this Weekend (12/5)

Dec 4, 2024 | Veronica LeMaster

‘Tis the season, the holidays are officially at full speed. To keep you in the spirit, we’ve rounded up a variety of holiday things to do with your friends and family this weekend. Shopping for the perfect gift at holiday markets, watching the Christmas tree lighting in South End, strolling through one of Charlotte’s most […]


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Restaurant Openings, Closings, Holiday Events and Food News for December

Dec 3, 2024 | Allison

It’s the holiday season and that means plenty of opportunities to gather around the table to enjoy all that Charlotte’s food scene has to offer. Make plans to try these new hotspots, fresh menu updates, and food-related events before 2024 comes to an end.  Openings & Closings Napa Bistro & Wine Bar, South Charlotte – […]


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What Do Newcomers Look for When Buying a Home in Charlotte

Dec 2, 2024 | scoop team

We know that Charlotte is the place to live.But we were curious about how newcomers come to find themselves in the Queen City and how they choose where to live. So, what brings you to town? Not surprisingly, our expert panel of Helen Adams Realty REALTORS® says that people arelooking to settle in Charlotte for […]


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The Cheer Is Here. Speedway Christmas, Ice Skating Opens, Lots of Tree Lightings, Plus Santa Photos, and More Things to Do this Weekend (11/21)

Nov 20, 2024 | Veronica LeMaster

The weekend before Thanksgiving is here, and while there’s still lots left to do to prep for the big day, the weekend is packed with events to get out of the house (and keep any visiting in-laws entertained). Kick the weekend off with the opening nights for ice skating at Camp North End, Carowinds Winterfest, […]


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Cut Your Own Christmas Tree Farms Near Charlotte. Choose & Cut This Year!

Nov 18, 2024 | scoop team

Did you know that you can choose & cut your own Christmas tree at a Christmas tree farm within about 1/2 an hour drive from here? Wouldn’t that be a wonderful holiday tradition to start this year with family or friends? We’ve scoped out below eleven (11) Choose & Cut Christmas tree farms within driving […]


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The Phillip’s Place Holiday Celebration, Market & Shopping Stroll is December 5 This Year

Nov 17, 2024 | scoop team

One of our favorite Holiday Celebrations is happening on Thursday, December 5 this year, when the Phillips Place merchants gather exclusive shopping and dining offers, festive things to do, and a holiday market featuring 20 local artisan vendors. The Phillip’s Place Holiday Celebration, Market & Shopping Stroll Thursday, December 5, 2024 4 p.m. to 7 […]


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What’s the Deal with Red Light Therapy?

Nov 16, 2024 | scoop team

Maybe you’ve heard about red light therapy, or maybe you’ve read about other light therapies on scoop, and wondered if these treatments are just another wellness trend or beauty gimmick. We chatted with the folks at  beem® Light Sauna in Charlotte to find out more about this growing-in-popularity service, the science behind it, and what […]


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SouthPark Makes It So Easy to Get Ready for the Holidays

Nov 14, 2024 | Allison

Yikes! The Holiday countdown is ON! Thankfully, there’s no need to stress because the shops and businesses in SouthPark are ready for whatever you need ~ hosting, gifting, shopping and entertaining…it’s never been easier. Not only does SouthPark have pretty much everything you need, their website has a fantastic Guide for the Holidays 2024 sure […]


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Fit Fest, Cooking Class, Fall Markets, Explore Elizabeth, Marathon, Pup Pics with Santa, Bella Notte, Pajama Walk and More Things to Do this Weekend (11/14)

Nov 13, 2024 | Veronica LeMaster

The holiday magic is starting to arrive in the Queen City this weekend. Start shopping for Christmas gifts at the Southern Christmas Show, see Justin Timberlake live, take your pup to get photos with Santa, welcome a new coffee shop to Ballantyne, and much more. THINGS TO DO THIS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Southern Christmas Show November […]


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